This placement provides a valuable opportunity for a University of Derby student to gain practical, hands-on experience within a busy, fast-moving Conferencing and Events function in a large, dynamic organisation.
The role will support the end-to-end delivery of events, including pre-event preparation and administration, on-the-day coordination, and post-event follow-up activities. Working closely with the wider team, the student will assist with managing enquiries, supporting event logistics, maintaining clear customer communication, and helping to ensure the effective delivery of meetings, training sessions, and events. This experience will enable the development of key skills in event coordination, customer service, administration, and commercial operations.
Overall, the placement will provide meaningful exposure to a professional conference and events environment, build a strong foundation of transferable skills, and enhance future employability in conferencing, events, and related service-focused roles.
Anticipated interview date: Wednesday 9th September 2026
Please note, this role is only available to University of Derby second year undergraduate students who start their academic year in September.
Students who are studying on a Student Visa will NOT be eligible to apply for this post unless a placement year is a mandatory stipulation of the course.
This role is a fixed term contract for 12 months.
